Democrats Pass Gun Bills After Heated Hearings

The gun debate was front and center at the state capitol yesterday as proposals already approved in the House made their way to Senate committees. It was a marathon day of testimony that also included debate on three new Democratic backed bills. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol.

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One Response to Democrats Pass Gun Bills After Heated Hearings

God did not give us the right to own assault weapons neither did the constitution. To hear “protection of property” used as a reason to own them is absurd. Congratulation to Colorado in passing these bills. It’s a start.

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